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According to Mike Gelastopoulos, "people shouldn't have to pay $10 for a burger." Indeed, his burgers fall well below that price?they're $6.49 on average?and they still earn their gourmet title. The Rockefeller, for instance, is layered with cranberry chutney, blue-cheese crumbles, and beer-battered onion strings, whereas the Pride of Zeus is heaped with gyro meat, feta, and tzatziki sauce. Every burger is also made fresh from 100% Black Angus beef, seeing as Mike doesn't truck with freezers or patties encased in carbonite.?He also offers The Codfather, a burger-sized sandwich replete with two Alaskan cod fillets, chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, and cheese.
But it's not just the burgers that have folks talking. When Mad Mike's was immortalized in Cincinnati.com's Burger Hall of Fame, food critic Polly Campbell wrote that "the fries are like nothing you've ever had [at] a fast-food joint." Hand-cut daily, these taters can be ordered plain, topped with cheesy bacon, or with nacho cheese and grilled onions.

Whit's Inn offers a wide variety of classic American dishes.
It serves everything including gluten-free and low-fat options.
Drinks are also on the menu here, so guests can start the night off right.
Summer meals will taste even better when you enjoy them on Whit's Inn's gorgeous patio.
The dress code at Whit's Inn is as relaxed as the ambience, so wear whatever suits you.
For those in a hurry, the restaurant lets you take your meal or snack to go.
Free parking is always available just seconds away from Whit's Inn.
Whit's Inn makes bikers feel at ease with the multiple storage racks outside.
Prices are a bit on the higher side, so this might be a good pick for a special night out.

Dairy Queen in Whiteland on South U.S. 31 is a well-known fast food restaurant, featuring a laid-back ambience with fantastic ice cream and good fast food. It's an ideal choice for visitors interested in outstanding food.
Streetwear attire is acceptable, so feel free to come as you are. Also, while the prices may be low, you can bet that the ingredients will be fresh.
If you're in a hurry, the menu has plenty of items that are well-suited to eat on the go.
A dependable option in Whiteland, Dairy Queen will always be a sweet choice.

Featuring a casual ambience, Under The Sun Cafe cafe is a great place to study and relax.
Gather up your group of friends and head to Under The Sun Cafe, a local restaurant that has room for large groups.
Perfect for an after-work outing, Under The Sun Cafe won't require you to change outfits before dining as the dress here is super casual.
You can also serve food from Under The Sun Cafe at your next party — the restaurant offers catering.
At Under The Sun Cafe, you can easily find parking in the lot next door.

As an iconic American brand, A&W stands for good times had over classic American food & treats. It all started in 1919 at Roy Allen’s Root Beer stand, celebrating the return of World War I veterans. After partnering with Frank Wright, the good times never stopped, as A&W became the first major food franchise, growing along with the country over the course of the next several decades.
Today, A&W remains a place for friends, families & communities to gather over the simple pleasures of great food & great company. We make quality food fresh just for you! Our Burgers are cooked-to-order with your choice of toppings, & our Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders are 100% all-white meat, lightly breaded, & cooked to juicy, mouth-watering perfection. Our Root Beer is still made fresh in our restaurants with real cane sugar - top it off with our creamy vanilla soft serve for one of our signature Root Beer Floats!

Come to Market Street Grille to grab an American classic with a side of fries.
The menu at Market Street Grille is loaded with gluten-free and low-fat options.
Enjoy a drink with your dinner — Market Street Grille has a full bar to serve up a glass of wine, beer, or more.
Go ahead and bring your rug rats with you — Market Street Grille has kid-friendly food and seating.
A good time will be had by all if you book your next event at Market Street Grille.
Need to catch up on some work or the latest news? Get online at Market Street Grille with their complimentary wifi.
No need to be formal, business casual will pass.
It's time to gather up the party people. Serve them great food from Market Street Grille.
Dining out isn't your only option here — pickup is available, too.
Sidle into a space on the street or park your vehicle in the adjacent lot.
Looking for delicious food for under $15? Look no further than Market Street Grille.
At Market Street Grille, you can pay with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or any other major credit card.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all available at Market Street Grille — swing by for your favorite meal.

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With more than 100 chili parlors in the metro area, the landscape of Cincinnati restaurants is covered in a blanket of shredded cheddar cheese. But Cincinnati’s chili isn’t chili in the strictest sense. In fact, it would probably look unfamiliar to a lot of out-of-state chili experts—many places don’t even use the eponymous spice in their recipes. No, this regional favorite has its own tradition, one that started near the banks of the Ohio River and stretches just as long.Cincinnati Chili is an Immigrant’s TaleThe story goes like this: Greek-immigrant brothers Tom and John Kiradjieff opened up a restaurant on Vine Street in 1922. They planned to serve their native Greek food, but found themselves losing business to other downtown Cincinnati restaurants. So they Americanized one of their Greek stews with chili powder and other spices, added ground beef, and started serving it over noodles. They called their restaurant Empress Chili. The plan was a success, but more importantly, it started the Cincinnati chili craze. (The original Empress Chili has sadly closed its doors, but you can still try the original recipe across the river in Alexandria, Kentucky.)There Are Some Basic RequirementsEach Cincinnati chili restaurant puts its own spin on the dish, and the specifics of their recipes are guarded secrets. But all have some essentials: ground meat (typically beef), stock, and spices. The latter is what truly sets Cincinnati chili apart, and discerning palates can usually detect cinnamon, cumin, and even unsweetened chocolate as components.Pasta is as Easy as Three, Four, FiveThe chili by itself isn’t enough; it’s more of a topping than an entree. Spaghetti (soft, not al dente) is one of its two popular bases. The best restaurants in Cincinnati give their patrons plenty of room for customization, and it’s good to know the lingo before ordering. Three-way means chili and cheese over a heap of noodles. Four-way adds onions, and five-way throws beans into the mix. Those are the tradition, but some places, such as Blue Ash Chili, get creative. The kitchen there, which was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, serves a six-way with fried jalapeño caps.The Coney: Not Just an IslandDon’t call it a hot dog. Once it’s covered in a bit of mustard and a layer of Cincinnati chili, the beef or pork link in question takes on the “coney dog” moniker. Just as with spaghetti, chili parlors cap the second of Cincinnati chili’s favorite bases in onions and shredded cheddar.The Giants on the SceneIf you’ve spent the day exploring Cincinnati and now have a craving for coneys and three-ways, here’s some good news: there’s probably a Skyline Chili or Gold Star Chili within walking distance. Both locally founded chains have dozens of locations in Cincinnati and its suburbs, and they serve the regional chili in all of its traditional forms. That being said…Eat Beyond the ChainsA lot of Cincinnati natives have warm, slow-cooked feelings for Skyline and Gold Star, and while these restaurants dominate the world of Cincinnati chili, they by no means tell the whole story. One of the top restaurants in Cincinnati is Camp Washington Chili, which was founded by Greek immigrants in the 1940s and was called one of the nation’s best chili spots by Bon Appétit. Also consider Price Hill Chili, another longtime favorite.